“Dinner’s ready!” That was my alarm clock growing up. Not the beep-beep you hit snooze on– the real one. The one that meant: put the football down, call it a day, and pretend like you weren’t just two kicks away from breaking yet another flower pot in the backyard. Technically, my grandparents didn’t say it […]
Let’s start from the top — tell us about the person behind the name. Where are you from, and what’s Rhea like when she’s not in boots or on the pitch? My name is Rhea Chan, and I’m from the Bay Area. When I’m not in boots or on the pitch, you’d probably find me […]
Hi Risa! Let’s start from the beginning—can you tell us a bit about yourself and take us back to that first spark? When and how did you fall in love with football? Hi, I’m Risa. I first fell in love with football about 12 years ago, when I was living in Penang, Malaysia. At the […]
Hey Nina, we finally got this going! To start, tell us a bit about yourself—how did you first discover football, and what drew you to the game? I grew up in England where football was a big part of the culture, so it’s no surprise I got into it from a young age. I’m 20 […]
Hey Nina, tell us a bit more about yourself! How’s life been lately, and what have youbeen up to? For now, my focus is on fitting into the team culture while staying true to myself. I always give mybest effort during training—staying focused every session and traveling back and forth from Pahang to Selangor every […]
First off, congratulations on winning the Best Social Media Award for the 2024 season. Social media is often an underrated yet powerful tool in building a club’s identity and fanbase. How did it feel to be recognized for your work in this space, and what does this award mean to you and the team? Thank […]
Hey Thivashini, it’s been a while since we last saw you on the field. How have you been and how are you feeling these days? First of all, thank you for having me for this interview. I’m feeling really good, even better than before, to be honest. It’s been a journey, but I’m definitely in […]
Coming from Singapore to the U.S. to play at IMG Academy is a big step. What was the biggest cultural or football-related challenge you faced when making that transition? Definitely, physicality here. I remembered my first training session with them. I was bodied by a tall, muscular girl, which was a surprisingly welcoming sight. Besides that, the […]
In this special interview with Hazel Lim, a talented Singaporean goalkeeper plying her trade with Melbourne-based side Croydon City Soccer Club, we uncover a story that goes deeper than the game. Beyond her skills on the field, Hazel’s journey reflects courage, connection and the joys of pursuing a passion. From overcoming challenges to embracing new […]
Hey Misaki, let’s get to know you better! What was young Misaki like, and how did you fall in love with football? My older brother played soccer, and I would always tag along with him to the field. While he was busy playing, I would entertain myself by playing in the mud on the sidelines. At first, I […]